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Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / October 7
2 Defensive Changes Lions Must Make After First Quarter of Season
The Detroit Lions defense has been facing plenty of scrutiny over the past several weeks. After a first half shutout of the New Orleans Saints in the season opener, the Lions' defense has been picked apart over the course of their 2-2 start.
Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / October 7
Lions' Dan Campbell responds to concerning Sam LaPorta contract report
While it's unclear exactly how much money LaPorta may want attached to an extension, multiple players at the position inked deals this year that presumably could help the 25-year-old and the Lions come to an agreement.
Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / October 7
Lions Open Practice Windows For Brian Branch, Cade Mays
The Lions could get a couple of key reinforcements back soon. Safety Brian Branch and center Cade Mays are returning to practice on Wednesday, head coach Dan Campbell announced.
The 'Last 2-rushing-TD duos by team' quiz
How many of the most recent pair of teammates to rush for two touchdowns each in the same game for each NFL franchise can you name in eight minutes?
Detroit Lions News / Athlon Sports / October 7
Jeremy Fowler Says Lions Must Trade for a Cornerback and Floats Jalen Ramsey as an Option
The Detroit Lions already tried to trade for a cornerback once this season and came up short on Joey Porter Jr. ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler thinks they need to try again, and on Wednesday he raised a much bigger name in Pittsburgh’s Jalen Ramsey.
Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season
A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.
Detroit Lions News / TWSN / October 7
Detroit Lions Urged to Explore Two Veteran Cornerback Trades
The Detroit Lions have the worst defense in all of football, and most of that blame can go on the secondary. Their passing defense is so bad that former players are calling them out.
Brad Holmes News / Detroit Lions on SI / October 7
Why I Don't Trust Detroit Lions GM Brad Holmes To Sign Good Cornerbacks
Detroit Lions general manager Brad Holmes actually did proclaim once that he loved sitting in the film room to watch defensive backs play. "I love corner play," Holmes said at the 2024 NFL scouting combine.
Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / October 7
Lions take a painful fall in ESPN's NFL Power Rankings
The Lions lost their "Sunday Night Football" matchup against the Carolina Panthers on the road, and that puts their record at 2-2.
Amon-Ra St. Brown News / DetroitLionsCommunity / October 7
Amon-Ra St. Brown Makes Firm Statement on Lions Offense Following Tough Week 4 Loss
The Detroit Lions left Week 4 with plenty of questions after falling 32-26 to the Carolina Panthers. Most criticism targeted a defense that surrendered 445 yards, but the offense also deserves scrutiny.
NFL News / Detroit Lions on SI / October 7
Cardinals Have Talent, But Lions Can Exploit These Holes
On Sunday, the Detroit Lions will battle with an Arizona Cardinals team that certainly has talent but has struggled through the first four weeks of the 2026 campaign. In fact, since beating Jim Harbaugh and the L.A.
Dan Campbell News / Athlon Sports / October 7
Dan Campbell's Appearance on a Hot-Seat List Hands the Lions a Jolt They Never Expected to Feel
Dan Campbell has spent most of his time in Detroit as the coach other fan bases wished they had. This week the Detroit Lions coach showed up somewhere new.
25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season
NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.
NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 7
ESPN insider urges Lions to call up Chiefs, Steelers for much-needed trade upgrade
The Detroit Lions have yet to look gritty during the 2026 NFL season. Detroit is 2-2 after getting crushed by Carolina because their defense simply cannot stop anyone.
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / October 7
4 veteran defensive coaches the Lions could bring in to help Kelvin Sheppard, including a former NFL head coach
Detroit has used experienced defensive assistants to help young coordinators before. If Campbell wants to do it again, there are several veteran coaches with intriguing connections and plenty of experience.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / October 7
Darius Slay Analyzes Detroit Lions Biggest Mistake: They Can't Cover
Former Detroit Lions cornerback Darius Slay was like many fans of the team during their loss to the Carolina Panthers on Sunday Night Football. Slay, who retired this past offseason after 13 NFL seasons, watched as the Lions were picked apart by Bryce Young.
NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 7
Dan Campbell Challenges Lions Defense to Step Up Against Cardinals Star Trey McBride
The Detroit Lions will look to rebound in Week 5 after a tough road loss to the Carolina Panthers in Week 4, when they will travel to State Farm Stadium to face the 1-3 Arizona Cardinals.
Dan Campbell News / EssentiallySports / October 6
'Not Going to be Mediocre': Dan Campbell Sends Strong Message to Lions Locker Room as HC Vents Frustrations Over Poor Display
Detroit Lions‘ 2-2 start this season has exposed problems on both sides of the ball, with the defense struggling to stop its opponents and the offense consistently failing to keep up.
Detroit Lions News / DetroitLionsCommunity / October 6
'Let someone else take over' – Blunt message sent to Lions defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard
The Detroit Lions’ defense has become a major concern after four games, ranking last in the NFL in several key categories. Detroit media personality Booner has seen enough to question whether defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard should remain in charge.
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 6
Dan Campbell sends warning to Lions players after loss to Panthers
Campbell will be making some changes as the Lions prepare for their Week 5 matchup against the 1-3 Arizona Cardinals on Oct. 11.
Terrion Arnold News / Field Level Media / October 5
Terrion Arnold's friend and co-defendant pleads guilty
Boakai Hilton, a friend and co-defendant of Seattle Seahawks cornerback Terrion Arnold, pleaded guilty Monday in a Florida kidnapping and armed robbery case and agreed to testify against Arnold as part of the deal.
Dan Campbell News / Yardbarker / October 5
Aidan Hutchinson says quiet part out loud about Lions' problems
The Detroit Lions are 2-2 after their loss to the Carolina Panthers during "Sunday Night Football," 32-26, and the players and coaching staff are putting their heads together to figure out what they can do to turn things around.
Tetairoa McMillan News / Yardbarker / October 5
Panthers hope things keep clicking for WR Tetairoa McMillan after dominant 'SNF' debut against Lions
McMillan logged 14 receptions for 192 yards and two touchdowns.
Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / October 5
Dan Campbell shares update on DC Kelvin Sheppard after Lions' loss to Panthers
The Lions defense had yet another rough performance during what became a 32-26 loss at the Carolina Panthers.
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 5
'SNF' takeaways: Bryce Young leads Panthers to upset win over Lions
On a night when defense was optional, quarterback Bryce Young was instrumental in a 32-26 win as the Carolina Panthers outlasted the Detroit Lions on "Sunday Night Football."
Sam LaPorta News / Pro Football Rumors / October 4
Lions, TE Sam LaPorta Break Off Negotiations
Multiple reports have suggested the Lions want to hammer out an extension with tight end Sam LaPorta , who is in the final year of his rookie contract.
Jalen Mills News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 3
Lions Elevated DB Jalen Mills
The Lions announced that they are elevating DB Jalen Mills again for Week 4. Mills, 32, was a seventh-round pick of the Eagles in 2016. He played out the final year of his four-year, $2.58 million contract and tested the open market as an unrestricted free agent in 2020. The Eagles brought Mills back on a one-year contract worth up to $5 million.
Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / October 2
Lions Targeting Post-Bye Cade Mays Return; Brian Branch Close To Practicing
The Lions doled out a decent guarantee to upgrade at center this offseason, signing Cade Mays after he closed his rookie contract as the Panthers’ starter.
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